Katherine Palumbo

@explore.ontario

Travel writer + award-winning digital creator. #ExploreOntario covers top picks to see, do, stay. Book cool stuff ⬇️
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STAY AT A COUNTRY CASTLE SPA!   ❄️ Tag a friend who needs some R&R this winter❄️   Located in the beautiful countryside of Grafton (and only a little over an hour from Toronto) is the historic @steannesspa – a world class all-inclusive spa resort that you won’t believe is here in Ontario!   Ste Anne’s Spa is an 1800s heritage fieldstone country castle on 500 acres of pristine land. It’s the ultimate place to let your stress melt away and get pampered like royalty. Details below about booking options!   ⬇️ VISIT FOR THE DAY Day spa guests have complete access to the health and wellness facilities for the entire day - from the eucalyptus steam room and hydrotherapy pools to the tranquility garden and hiking trails. Guests can also choose from a ton of different day packages that fit all budgets and desires.     ⬇️ VISIT OVERNIGHT  Ste Anne’s Spa has a variety of historic rooms and suites accommodations whether you’re booking for a couple or large group! Overnight packages also include mouthwatering meals, access to the extensive facilities and an allowance to use toward soothing spa services and rejuvenating wellness classes.    Start your 2024 off on the right foot and book your wellness escape today by heading to @steannesspa
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ONTARIO'S BEST KEPT SECRET Welcome to @livingshorespa - part of Blue Mountain's @livingwaterresorts which is a TRUE HIDDEN GEM! It's Ontario's only Aquapath and lakefront spa, and the most affordable too! Can you believe this entire 45-min hydrotherapy experience is only $70?! The Aquapath feels like you've entered a magical cave system which consists of the following stations: 💦 Detoxing mineral bath 💦 4-stage waterfall benches 💦 Eucalyptus steam room 💦 Glacier shower 💦 River walk 💦 Hot mineral bath 💦 Exfoliation tub Bonus: the spa also offers a variety of other spa treatments like massages, facials, hand + food treatments, and more. And, there's a lakefront restaurant too!
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THIS ENTIRE TOWN FEELS LIKE A MOVIE SET Often described as the "prettiest town in Ontario", Niagara-on-the-Lake is a well-preserved 19th-century village and located in the heart of Ontario wine country. A gorgeous downtown, award-winning wineries and breweries, renowned restaurants, cool shops, and historic hotels can be found here making it the ultimate escape from the city.
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THIS ICONIC TOWER OPENS TODAY! 📍 Dorset Lookout Tower. Located just 30 minutes outside Huntsville, this tower was originally built in 1922, and was used as a fire lookout tower until 1961. The current tower was built in 1967 and is now used solely for visitors to enjoy. The tower is open to visitors until the end of October. There's also a quaint gift shop, picnic tables and washroom facilities.
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CALIFORNIA VIBES IN ONTARIO 🏖️ One of my favourite places to stay at in summer is @thejunemotel in Sauble Beach. This super hip motel has a pool, bar (best margaritas!) and amazing restaurant called Heydays. And, with rates starting at just $280/night, it's super affordable too. Bonus: all rooms come with a balcony and hammocks! Have you been to The June Sauble Beach yet?
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BUBBLES, BRUNCH & BABY GOATS! ✨ Tag the person you’d bring!✨ Looking for plans this long weekend? @theperthfarmhouse is open Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10am - 6pm! This 1860s picture-perfect farm invites guests to enjoy their signature flights (wine, cider, mimosa – and juice flights for kids!) in addition to delicious snack/grazing boxes and schmooze sessions with their adorable dwarf goats. Open weekends all summer long, guests can enjoy the following: 🐐 GOAT SOCIAL 🥂 BUBBLES AND BRUNCH 🍷 SIP AND GRAZE Head to @theperthfarmhouse to book your experience today, and to follow along with their upcoming events!
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ONTARIO'S BEST SPA RESORT WILL SOON LOOK LIKE THIS! ✨ Follow @explore.ontario for all things Ontario!✨ Located in the beautiful countryside of Grafton is the historic @steannesspa – a world class all-inclusive spa resort that you won’t believe is here in Ontario! You can either visit for the day, or spend the night! ⬇️ VISIT FOR THE DAY Day spa guests have complete access to the health and wellness facilities for the entire day - from the eucalyptus steam room and hydrotherapy pools to the tranquility garden and hiking trails. ⬇️ VISIT OVERNIGHT Ste Anne’s Spa has a variety of historic rooms and suites accommodations whether you’re booking for a couple or large group! Overnight packages also include meals, access to the facilities and an allowance to use toward soothing spa services and rejuvenating wellness classes.
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Follow @explore.ontario for all things Ontario! 📍 Cheltenham Badlands. Located in Caledon (1 hour outside Toronto) this site is one of Ontario’s best geological treasures, formed at the base of an ancient sea about 450 million years ago. There are two easy hiking trails here (including one that connects to the Bruce Trail) and an accessible viewing platform that extends across the Badlands to ensure its protection for decades to come. Reservations are required in advance and can be made online via @onheritage
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Follow @explore.ontario for more Ontario gems! 📍Doube’s Trestle Bridge is part of the Trans-Canada Trail and only 20 minutes from Peterborough. This 200-metre long walking/ cycling bridge (also referred to as Orange Corners Trestle Bridge) is suspended 30 metres over Buttermilk Valley - and offers incredible 360 degree views for trail users. It has been completely restored after a devastating fire in 2024, and is an absolute gem to hike in spring, summer and fall.
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Giveaway closed; winner is @jessoamanda ✨ GIVEAWAY ✨ 2-NIGHT VACATION VALUED $4500! To celebrate Mother's Day coming up, I've teamed up with @thescotsmanhotelniagara , Ontario's most luxurious and prestigious boutique hotel in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The lucky winner and guest will enjoy a 2-night stay at this opulent hotel, horse and carriage ride around NOTL, wine tasting and tickets to a Shaw production. ENTER BELOW! 1️⃣ Follow @thescotsmanhotelniagara + @explore.ontario 2️⃣ Tag a friend; one per comment! More comments = more entries. 3️⃣ Share as a Story for an extra 10 entries and tag us so that our giveaway app can track it! Giveaway ends at 11:59PM EST on Sat, May 9th. Winner will be announced in the first line of this caption after May 10th! Stay is valid for 2 guests for 2-nights from Sunday - Thursday within the next 6 months, based upon availability. GOOD LUCK! ♥️
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YES, EVERYTHING IS AROUND $3! I have to admit, this reel is pretty off-brand for me, BUT, when I posted some Stories a month ago about this location, they were my most viewed of all time (😳), so I guess I have to give the people what they want! 😂 FUN FACT: Joe Fresh was founded in Toronto in 2006 and is now one of Canada's leading fashion retailers. I purchased a new spring wardrobe for my son and a ton of work-out gear for just $23 total. You can't beat that!
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Love exploring caves? Me too! So, I’ve rounded up my top 10 picks in the province to check out this year. Which one’s your favourite? Follow @explore.ontario for more Ontario gems! 1️⃣ Limehouse Conservation Area in Halton Hills (pictured above) 2️⃣ Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area in Glen Huron 3️⃣ Scenic Caves Nature Adventures in The Blue Mountains 4️⃣ Bruce Caves in Wiarton 5️⃣ Greig’s Caves in Lion’s Head 6️⃣ Eramosa Karst Conservation Area in Hamilton 7️⃣ Cup and Saucer Trail on Manitoulin Island 8️⃣ The Grotto inside Bruce Peninsula National Park 9️⃣ Bonnechere Caves in Eganville 🔟 Rockwood Conservation Area in Guelph
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